Article: Can Drug Advertising Make You Healthier? Finding the answer is not so easy, reports Ipsos PharmTrends.

NEW YORK, Aug. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- With certain drug classes (like allergy) and brands (like Viagra), the impact of direct-to-consumer advertising (DTCA) is apparent. But has DTCA had a significant impact on patient behavior beyond creating brand awareness? According to Ipsos PharmTrends(R), the consumer tracking service of Rx and OTC purchase behavior, DTCA has helped make Americans more aware of certain disease symptoms, as well as potential drug treatment options.

"Study results of consumers tracked by Ipsos PharmTrends indicate that DTCA reminds them to take their medication and refill their prescriptions, thereby creating a "call to compliance." Other ...

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